Please say a prayer for the many unspoken situations between me and my dear friend. Pray that we reconcile and make peace and that forgiveness will cover all of the things that happened between us. I am praying also that we will pick up from where we left off.

Dr. Nancy Viscovich of SSM Health in Madison was in her early 40s when she decided to learn karate. Today, as a third-degree black belt, she says it’s never too late to pick up a new skill. She shares how she overcame her initial anxiety toward practicing martial arts. She also discusses the mental health benefits of taking on new challenges. Plus, she shares tips to increase your likelihood of success.